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Originally Posted by TrevorW
I'll beg to differ on that one as I have owned both and it's a big step to go from a $1500 mount to a $10000 one.
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I've finally used both mounts and just don't see much improvement at all going from a well setup EQ6Pro to a G11, especially if auto guiding. Slightly better PE, but really no benefit it the amount of load it can take for reliable photography.
An AP900 would be a true step up, and handle the weight with no hassles. A PMX would as well, but from all accounts can be a little more tricky. Maybe get one of those two mounts and grab a cheap 2nd hand SCT for the meantime to get long focal length and better aperture.
Then when the time comes, sell the SCT and pick up an RC.
A 8" SCT is so cheap 2nd hand (<$500), and you'll get 80% or more of your money back when you resell it, and gain experience in long FL photography.